Lesson 12.5 – The Job Market Copyright © 2014 by Sports Career Consulting, LLC.

Lesson 12.5 –

The Job Market

Copyright © 2014 by Sports Career Consulting, LLC

Although the competition for careers in sports and entertainment business is fierce, the field has experienced and will continue to experience rapid growth


Expansion of major league sports, growth of minor league sports, and rapid expansion of sports related ventures by corporate giants like Blockbuster, Disney, Warner and Fox, indicate continued growth in job opportunities

LESSON 12.5

Careers in SEM

The SEM Job Market

Gain experience

Become knowledgeable

Have a desire to learn

Strong references

Making oneself more marketable as an individual becomes increasingly important

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Careers in SEM


Job seekers in sports and entertainment must perform well when given the opportunity to gain the confidence of employers

Strong performance will result in positive recommendations for future positions, either within the existing organization or with another company

Strong References


Careers in SEM


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Careers in SEM


It is often said that “it isn’t what you know but rather who you know.” That couldn’t be more accurate when it comes to the business of sports and entertainment and the employment process.

The development of a strong network and ability to impress employers with hard work, dedication and effective job performance are paramount in building a career in the sports and entertainment industry

Importance of Networking

The SEM Job Market

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Careers in SEM


Use of social media such as LinkedIn and Facebook can influence the employment process, both positively and negatively. While enabling people to connect with potential employers, it has also led to applicants being “shut off” because of “inappropriate” messages or pictures on their personal sites such as Facebook or MySpace. Employers do check these sites!

Importance of Networking

The SEM Job Market

Careers in the sports and entertainment industry are in extremely high demand. Because of that demand, employers are in a position to offer lower salaries than similar positions in other industries.

According to sportscareers.com, there is an overabundance of people seeking work in sports and willing to work for less money

Expectations


Careers in SEM


Job seekers must recognize the level of commitment required by professionals in the sports and entertainment industry. Most jobs require long hours on a pretty consistent basis.

A willingness to make sacrifices is paramount

According to sportscareers.com, the average sports worker will change jobs 8 times, and make 3 career changes, contributing to an annual industry turnover rate nearing 65%

Expectations


Careers in SEM


Just because someone works for the Dallas Cowboys does not necessarily mean they will be watching games every Sunday from a luxury suite. Working for Warner Brothers Studios does not mean an employee will be hanging out with Cameron Diaz or George Clooney on weekends.

Many times, regardless of degree, job seekers must start with entry level positions just to get a foot in the door

REALISTIC Expectations


Careers in SEM


Although sports and entertainment professionals often make less money and work longer hours than a similar position outside of the industry, one thing remains constant: most sports and entertainment industry professionals enjoy going to work everyday.

Expectations


Careers in SEM


Industry books, magazines, periodicals and trade journals

Newspapers

Guidance counselors

School career centers

Students interested in a SEM career should utilize the resources available to them


Careers in SEM


Online resources are extremely valuable!

Monster.com

www.nikebiz.com

www.corporate.disney. go.com/careers/



Careers in SEM


Online resources are extremely valuable!

www.teamworkonline.com

www2.ncaa.org/employment/



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Company personnel offices

Cooperative education experiences

Employment agencies

Family and friends

Former employers

Additional sources for job leads could include:


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The SEM Job Market

Internships

Job / Career fairs

Newspaper & periodical ads

Placement agencies

Other school personnel (teachers)

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Careers in SEM


Additional sources for job leads could include:

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LESSON 12.5 REVIEW (ANSWERS)LESSON 12.5 REVIEW (ANSWERS)

1) Discuss the future of the SEM job market

Although the competition for careers in sports and entertainment business is fierce, the field has experienced and will continue to experience rapid growth. It is becoming increasingly important, however, to become more marketable as an individual to differentiate themselves from other job seekers.


Lesson 12.5 – The Job Market Copyright © 2014 by Sports Career Consulting, LLC.

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